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2 Coppers And A Silver by Eric Stevens, Craig Petty, and Roy Kueppers

Created by: Eric Stevens, Craig Petty, Roy Kueppers

The '2 Coppers And A Silver' is a captivating close-up coin magic trick that involves the production, transformation, and vanishing of coins right in the hands of the performer. It starts with the production of three Chinese-style coins, followed by a visual transformation of one coin into an American half dollar, and concludes with the coins vanishing one by one. This trick is part of the Tribloon set, custom-minted for quality and unique effects, making it ideal for table hopping and close-up performances. The set includes routines developed by Eric Stevens and Craig Petty, offering a variety of performances to suit different styles.

Key features

  • Custom-minted coin set for unique effects

  • Includes multiple routines for versatile performances

  • Designed for close-up and table hopping magic

  • Comes with a matching regular coin and an Alakazam coin purse

  • High-quality production and transformation effects

Pros

  • Visually striking transformations and vanishes

  • High-quality custom coins

  • Multiple routines included for variety

  • Ideal for close-up performances

Cons

  • May require practice to master the routines

  • Specific coin set needed for the full effect

Effect

The trick 2 Coppers And A Silver is part of the Tribloon coin set, which focuses on visually engaging transformations and vanishes. The effect involves producing three Chinese-style coins, transforming one into an American half dollar, and then making the coins disappear one by one. The routine is designed to be performed entirely in the hands, making it ideal for close-up and table-hopping performances.

Full Details

The Tribloon set includes custom-minted coins designed for high-quality performance. The set allows for multiple routines, including 2 Coppers And A Silver, developed by Eric Stevens and Craig Petty. The coins are crafted to enable smooth productions, transformations, and vanishes. The set also includes a matching regular coin and a brown Alakazam coin purse for storage.

Additional routines in the set provide variations, such as Apparition Lite, Wild Production, and Free Will Coins Across, giving performers flexibility in their presentations.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is best suited for magicians who perform close-up or table-hopping magic. It appeals to those who enjoy visual coin magic with strong transformations and vanishes. The routines are designed to be fast, simple, and highly deceptive, making them ideal for working professionals or hobbyists looking for impactful effects.

Difficulty

The difficulty level is moderate. While the basic handling is straightforward, mastering the timing and misdirection for smooth transformations and vanishes requires practice. Performers familiar with coin magic will find the techniques manageable, but beginners may need extra time to refine the routine.

What Magicians Say

Eric Stevens emphasizes the importance of speed, simplicity, and visual appeal in his routines. He describes the Tribloon set as a way to create a sense of wonder with minimal setup.

Craig Petty contributed additional routines, expanding the versatility of the set. The transformations and vanishes are designed to be deceptive and engaging for spectators.

The custom-minted coins ensure consistency in performance, and the included routines provide multiple ways to use the set. The effect is praised for its visual impact and suitability for professional close-up work.

What people are saying about 2 Coppers And A Silver

AlakazamMagicUK says...

The Tribloon set allows for the production of three Chinese-style coins, a visual transformation into an American half dollar, and a seamless one-by-one vanish. [...] The effect is designed for table hopping and close-up performance.

Eric Stevens says...

I have certain criteria that need to be met it needs to be fast it needs to be simple it needs to be visual but most importantly it needs to be magical. [...] Tribloon is a custom-made coin set that allows you to produce three coins, cause a visual transformation and then make each coin vanish one by one right in front of your spectator's eyes.

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